“Abbey’s commitment to growing her industry expertise is evident in the priority she places on furthering her education,” Schauer Group President and CEO Joseph D. Schauer said. “She has worked incredibly hard to hone her craft and gain the knowledge needed to continue to add value to her team, our clients and company. We’re excited to watch her continue to grow and develop in her career.”
The Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter designation offers a master’s-level education in property-casualty insurance, providing both industry expertise and leadership training. The program requires the successful completion of eight tested courses and typically takes two years to finish.
Industry-wide, only 4 percent of insurance professionals hold a CPCU. At Schauer Group, more than 20 percent of the team has achieved this credential.
Abbey started as an intern with Schauer Group in 2019 and joined the team full-time after earning a bachelor’s degree in business management from Kent State University at Stark. In addition to her CPCU, Abbey also holds a Certified Insurance Service Representative designation. She is a graduate of the Leadership Stark County Spotlight for Young Professionals program and serves as the secretary for the board of trustees for Beech Creek Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve.
About Schauer Group
Schauer Group is an independent risk management and insurance advisory firm dedicated to helping people, companies and communities thrive. The firm’s team of insurance professionals works with clients across the country and across a variety of industries, offering expert risk management consulting and customized business insurance, employee benefits, private client and surety solutions. With offices throughout Northeast Ohio, Schauer Group is committed to attracting and developing the region’s top talent and investing in the communities where associates live and work.
